An Impeccable Record of Fighting for the Injured

The many physical, psychological, and financial ramifications of an unexpected accident and injury are why you need to work with a San Francisco personal injury lawyer from the Brod Law Firm. When someone else is at fault for your current situation, you have the right to pursue compensation for your injuries. We will guide you through an insurance claim or lawsuit, protecting your rights at all times and fighting for you to receive the maximum financial recovery possible.

At the Brod Law Firm, we have many years of experience successfully representing injured people and their family members in a wide variety of legal matters in the San Francisco Bay Area, and throughout the State of California. We’ve helped clients in serious personal injury and wrongful death cases, tenant habitability cases, health care fraud cases, and more.

To learn about the types of cases we handle and how we may be able to help you, call us at (800) 427-7020 and schedule a free case evaluation.

Personal Injury

If you were injured in any type of motor vehicle accident that was the result of another person’s actions, contact a personal injury lawyer in San Francisco as soon as you can. Whether you were in a car, truck, bicycle, bus, boat, or train accident, or were injured as a pedestrian, you have the right to determine who was at fault for the crash, who is liable for your injuries, and the best route to obtain compensation. At the Brod Law Firm, we will do all of that and more. Once we have gathered evidence of another person’s negligence or intentional misconduct, then we will represent you in an insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit. Our priority will always be to obtain you the most compensation possible for your case.

We also handle many situations outside of auto accidents that can result in personal injury claims, including slip and falls, construction accidents, defective products, elder neglect and abuse, sexual abuse, and more. If you have been injured in any way because of another person’s careless or reckless behavior, call us today.

Wrongful Death

Almost any type of accident can lead to fatalities in addition to injuries. From car accidents to slip and falls, many situations may cause catastrophic injuries from which it is impossible to recover. If you recently lost a loved one in a situation that you believe was another person’s responsibility, contact our wrongful death and personal injury attorneys in San Francisco today. We will thoroughly review the incident that led to your relative’s passing and will explain your options for a wrongful death claim in California. State law limits this legal claim to certain family members and limits the type of compensation you and your relatives may recover. Call us today to learn more about your rights and legal options after losing a loved one to negligence.

Medical Malpractice

When you visit a physician, whether it is your family doctor, at the emergency room, or for a serious procedure, you expect to receive excellent care. You believe the physician, nurses, and other staff who interact with you are all doing their jobs to their utmost abilities. They are putting all of their education, experience, and skills to work to give you the best care they possibly can. Unfortunately, this is often not the reality within the medical industry. Preventable medical errors are common and often lead to injuries and fatalities. If you are suffering an additional injury or your medical condition has worsened because of substandard medical care, contact us at the Brod Law Firm immediately. You may have a medical malpractice claim against the physician or medical facility. Let our San Francisco personal injury attorneys and medical malpractice lawyers help.

Elder and Nursing Home Abuse

Once you and your family make the tough decision for an elderly loved one to live in a nursing home or rehabilitation facility, you expect them to receive the attention and medical care you cannot provide. You expect them to be well-cared for by their round-the-clock staff, including nursing, nursing assistants, physicians, and other staff members. Unfortunately, many elderly individuals throughout California receive substandard medical care at nursing homes and suffer from neglect and abuse. If there is any evidence that your loved one has been hurt by neglect or physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, contact a San Francisco personal injury lawyer right away.

Products Liability/Defective Products

All day, every day, you are surrounded by products, including the toiletries you use, the clothing you wear, the food you eat, and the toys you play with. When you purchase a product, you presume it is safe as long as you use it as intended. You expect the medicine you are prescribed to be safe and effective when taken as directed. You expect your food to be free from contamination when appropriately cooked. Ultimately, you expect every product to have been carefully designed and created so you could use it without harm. However, in many situations, your expectations are frustrated by defects. When a product is not properly designed, manufactured, or lacks necessary warning labels, there may be an increased risk of injury. If you encounter this defective product and are injured, then you need to speak with a personal injury lawyer in San Francisco. You may have a products liability claim against the designer, manufacturer, or retailer of the dangerous product.

Landlord-Tenant

While it can seem like your landlord has all the power in the situation, this is not true. As a renter, you have many rights under federal, state, and local law. There are many statutory limits on how landlords can behave toward you. There are also many legal standards landlords must meet to avoid breaking the law, such as the implied warranty of habitability. If you are having trouble with your landlord, contact the Brod Law Firm right away. An experienced landlord-tenant law attorney can review your situation and explain your rights and options. If your landlord is in the wrong, you may be able to take action to stop the illegal behavior. You may even have a legal claim for damages.

If you or a loved one were hurt on your property because of your landlord’s actions or inaction, call a personal injury attorney in San Francisco right away. This type of claim may fall under premises liability in addition to landlord-tenant law.

Healthcare Fraud, Whistleblowers, and Qui Tam Lawsuits

State and federal governments as well as other health care providers are keenly aware that professionals within the medical industry can take steps to falsely bill their programs and receive a greater amount of reimbursements than they are actually entitled to. There are numerous laws against such schemes, including the federal and California False Claims Act. If you, as a private citizen, find evidence of fraudulent health care practices, such as kickback schemes and incorrect invoices to Medicare or Medi-Cal, then you may be in a position to be a whistleblower. To learn about filing a qui tam suit on behalf of the government, call the Brod Law Firm today.

Civil Rights

As a U.S. resident, you have many rights. Some are natural rights, which can never be taken away. Others are granted by federal or state constitutions and statutes and some are given by local ordinances. Unfortunately, sizeable institutions like the police often violate your civil rights through misconduct, excessive use of force, unlawful searches and seizures, unlawful detainment, discrimination, and a violation of your prisoners’ rights when detained. If you or a loved one have suffered due to law enforcement’s actions, contact an experienced attorney at the Brod Law Firm as soon as possible.

Habitability Practice

Habitability law in California, also known as the ‘implied warranty of habitability,’ requires landlords to maintain rental properties in a safe and livable condition. Under this law, landlords must comply with building and housing codes and ensure they do not contain conditions that will impact the tenant’s health and safety. Unfortunately, there are a number of ways landlords fail to comply with the law. Some of the most common violations our San Francisco tenant habitability lawyer can help with include:

• Toxic mold: Toxic mold is very hazardous to the health of tenants. Landlords have a responsibility to ensure a rental unit does not contain any conditions, such as a broken pipe, that could result in the development of toxic mold. Additionally, when toxic mold develops, landlords have a legal duty to correct the situation as soon as possible, so tenants do not suffer any ill effects.
• Childhood lead poisoning: While anyone can suffer from lead poisoning, children are particularly vulnerable. Lead poisoning in children can cause developmental delays, lower IQs, autism, behavioral issues, and more. Landlords have a responsibility to inform any potential tenants about the presence of lead on the property before they move in. Our San Francisco habitability lawyer for tenants has the necessary experience with these types of cases to help with yours.
• Carbon monoxide poisoning: Carbon monoxide is known as the silent killer for a reason. When people suffer from carbon monoxide poisoning, it is often too late before they realize it. Landlords have a duty to install carbon monoxide detectors in all dwellings so tenants do not become hurt. They must also ensure the detectors comply with regulatory standards and that they are in proper working order.
• Bed bug infestations: Bed bugs are a real nuisance, and they also cause itchy bites, lack of sleep, and property damage. Landlords must ensure there is no presence of bed bugs in a rental unit before any tenant moves in. When they fail to do this, tenants can hold them liable. It is critical to identify a bed bug infestation right away after move-in, as the longer a tenant waits, the harder it is to file a claim against the landlord. A San Francisco tenant habitability lawyer can help you prove your landlord is liable.
• Asbestos: There are many ways a person can become harmed by asbestos, such as when their employment requires them to work with the harmful substance. When asbestos is present on a property, landlords also have a duty to disclose this information to any potential tenants.
• Legionnaires’ disease: Legionnaires’ disease is caused by the Legionella bacteria. The bacteria grow in artificial water systems that have not been properly installed or maintained. Although many people make a full recovery from the disease, for two to ten percent of people, it is fatal. Landlords must ensure the water systems on their premises are safe so tenants do not suffer harm.

When landlords fail in any of their above duties, they can be held legally liable. Filing a claim against a landlord is never easy, though, and they will fight back against your claim to shield themselves from liability. Our San Francisco habitability attorney for tenants can help you through the process and ensure your rights are upheld so you obtain the full and fair settlement you are entitled to.

Let a San Francisco Personal Injury Attorney Help You

In some situations, it is obvious that your rights are violated. When another vehicle rear ends your car and you suffer a concussion, you can be confident the other driver is responsible. However, not all circumstances are as black and white. You may face a situation in which you are not sure whether your rights have been violated, and if so, what your options are. the Brod Law Firm is here to help you no matter how sure or hesitant you may be. Our experienced attorneys will listen to your story, review the facts, and advise you of your legal rights and options. Whatever path you choose, whether you need to file an insurance claim or wish to file a lawsuit in court, we will guide you through the process while always fighting for the best possible outcome in your situation.